chiefly North American Over an extended period of time: would the American people support such a costly war over the long haul?...- Although there are a number of ground rules that must be followed to ensure the best chance for success, the paradigm is one that can be supported over the long haul.
- Numerous African countries have put their faith and trust in the United States to support this initiative over the long haul.
- An unusual amount of caution is leading businesses to press workers and facilities to a greater degree than can be sustained over the long haul.
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